Tippah County, MS News
Testimony in federal court alleges that Mississippi’s former welfare director facilitated millions in funds to retired wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. with minimal effort, citing personal relationships as a factor.
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Lawmakers are working on legislation to establish a review panel under the Mississippi State Department of Health to examine causes of infant and fetal deaths, WJTV reported.
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American Airlines has started a weekly direct flight between Jackson, Mississippi, and Miami, Florida, WJTV reported. Airport staff marked the launch with Miami-themed decorations ahead of peak vacation season.
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A SmartAsset study reported by Nexstar found unpaid student loan debt totaled more than $32.4 billion at the end of 2025 and that 12.55% of adults are currently paying loans. The Nexstar excerpt did not include state-by-state rankings, including Mississippi’s standing.
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The National Weather Service confirms at least 12 tornadoes touched down in Mississippi during severe storms Wednesday night. Damage surveys are ongoing.
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Arkansas defeated Ole Miss 93-90 in overtime in the SEC Tournament semifinals, ending the Rebels’ run and sending the Razorbacks to the conference championship.
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The Stockstill family is urging Mississippi counties to support legislation that would let sheriffs and deputies use radar. Forrest County became one of 19 counties to pass a resolution backing the measure after the Senate tabled the bill.
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The National Weather Service in Memphis said a fast-moving line of storms will impact the Mid-South tomorrow, reaching eastern Arkansas by 4 p.m. and the Tennessee River by midnight. The agency warned of damaging winds and spin-up tornadoes.
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A Facebook post said a Facebook Live Q&A will be held at 7:30 p.m. CDT to discuss the latest forecast for Sunday, including model trends, timing and threats.
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A social media post urged people celebrating St. Patrick’s Day early to plan ahead and line up sober rides, saying “Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving!” and using related hashtags.
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